The best travel pillows to make your long flights more comfortable

The team at the travel company, Trtl, worked to develop their travel pillow after enduring uncomfortable economy flights and overnight trains. The solution? This scientifically proven, ergonomic and stylish design that supports your head and neck as you snooze. Thousands of reviewers were delighted with Trtl's travel pillow, claiming that it's a total game-changer and they can no longer travel without it. Is it any wonder it's been selected as our editor's choice?

With over 26,000 reviews, BCOZZY's Neck Pillow is a serious contender and the most highly rated option that we could find on our search for the best travel pillow. The best thing about this design is that it can be worn in many ways, all designed to be ergonomic, which support the natural shape of your head and neck. There are even options for the little ones so they can get some shut-eye during the trip too, and we love that it comes with a handy storage bag. Reviewers can only agree, saying it was comfortable, versatile and supportive.

As the bestselling travel pillow on Amazon, the Life Hall Travel Pillow comes highly recommended, rated and reviewed. Filled with comfortable memory foam, it's been designed with an orthopaedic, raised lobe contouring on each side to stop neck tilt and strain. Not to mention, its accessible price point makes it a clear winner in our eyes, and in the eyes of customers. One reviewer said it was a lifesaver for napping on planes due to its super comfy design.

Holidays are already expensive, why break the bank? This travel pillow from Dunelm is the cheapest option on our list. At under a tenner, so it's no wonder it's such a popular option at Dunelm thanks to its fantastic value for money. It's made from soft, machine-washable polyester and is lightweight enough to carry with you on your travels. A happy customer commented that they used this 'brilliant' pillow on an 8 hour long flight and found it 'supportive, cheap and cheerful'.

Racking up an impressive 4.8-star rating on John Lewis, the Ultimate 3.0 Memory Pillow comes recommended by seasoned travellers. It features clever compression technology, an integrated rear grip and snug, moulded fit to ensure total comfort. Made with 'luxuriously soft' material (a customer's words, not ours), and comfortable memory foam fill, you'll be ready for your travels in no time.

Sleep experts, Tempur have come together to design this travel pillow. As well as ergonomically designed mattresses, the brand can add travel pillows to its repertoire. If you're lucky enough to have a window seat, you can use this travel pillow as a headrest to encourage good posture while you're away, or even use in your hotel bed if you're looking for some extra support. We love that it moulds to your shape, can be packed away in the convenient storage bag and features a removable, machine-washable cover for easy cleaning.

As an alternative to Tempur's Original Travel Pillow, Alkamto comes in with a cheaper option. It IS flat and doesn't feature the typical wraparound design as seen on most travel options, but one user said they prefer this design instead. A temperature-regulating pillowcase makes this a breathable, lightweight pillow to use, and its memory foam fill moulds and adapts uniquely to your shape. We love that it can be used on your travels, or when you're sleeping away from home to give you those home comforts that you'd surely miss otherwise.

If you value a good nap above all else, SNUGL's Travel Pillow is an essential. Featuring a generous, high neck design, it has uniquely shaped grooves to support your head, neck, shoulders and chin. Like other options, it comes with a storage bag and is machine washable. But, unlike other options, it's designed to be reversible so you can wear it backwards to support your chin if you wish. We love that its material has been designed to be breathable during long flights, and customers love that it's super comfortable, with one reviewer claiming they wore it during an 18-hour long flight.

Particularly sensitive to light and find it challenging to sleep on planes? May we suggest: a hooded travel pillow? Honestly, we didn't know these existed until now and they are genius. Simply slip the detachable hood over your eyes and you'll be asleep in seconds. Whenever you need, you can fold the hood and the pillow into the storage bag for easy transportation. It's safe to say reviewers loved its value and portable quality.

If you like prefer something slightly more adjustable, ERPOICKS' travel pillow allows you to tailor it to suit you. Better yet, it comes with an eye mask, earplugs and a storage bag to take with you on your travels. Afterwards, you can use it to cuddle up in your bed, or on the couch to support your neck while lounging. One customer loved its versatility and commented that they even use it at home, too.